Overall score
Acacia Ridge
63.2/100
Sunnybank Hills
72.3/100
Acacia Ridge vs Sunnybank Hills, QLD suburb comparison
Sunnybank Hills for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
Acacia RidgeSunnybank Hills
Crime rate
Acacia Ridge
59.0 / 1k
Sunnybank Hills
47.4 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Acacia Ridge
214
Sunnybank Hills
491
Population
Acacia Ridge
7,486
Sunnybank Hills
18,085
Metric leadAcacia Ridge 0Sunnybank Hills 91 tiedacross 10 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
- Best for retireesSunnybank Hills
- Best for familiesSunnybank Hills
- Best for investmentSunnybank Hills
- Best for best valueSunnybank Hills
- Best for best schoolsSunnybank Hills
Audience fit
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
All metrics
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Full comparison table
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
| Category | Acacia Ridge | Sunnybank Hills |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 63.2/100 | 72.3/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 48.8/100 | 76.0/100 |
| Crime rate | 59.0 / 1k | 47.4 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 5 | 5 |
| Parks & reserves | 8 | 31 |
| Public transport stops | 48 | 60 |
| Walkability | 80.0/100 | 85.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 214 | 491 |
| Population | 7,486 | 18,085 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 1/10 | 6/10 |
Comparison summary
Acacia Ridge is a leafier hillside mid-sized suburb with elevated outlooks, while Sunnybank Hills is a leafier hillside established suburb with elevated outlooks.
On the data, Acacia Ridge is stronger for schools and education options; Sunnybank Hills answers with housing affordability and a quieter safety profile. Acacia Ridge generally means more approachable housing costs, while Sunnybank Hills leans toward more sought-after housing.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Sunnybank Hills, while Acacia Ridge remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.